This Week in Medical Astrology: The Moon in Gemini, Cancer & Leo — What to Do
- Marcus Romano
- 21 hours ago
- 5 min read
For this lunar cycle (March 23 to April 19 2026), we are exploring: How the Moon Affects You in Medical Astrology and What to Do. This week in Medical Astrology the Moon transits through Gemini, Cancer, and Leo. Note that this is general information about the body parts the Moon will impact based solely on her movement through the zodiacal signs by transit. For now, you can use the general sign energetics as set forth below. This content is for educational purposes only. Please consult a qualified health practitioner before making changes to your health routine.
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This Week in Medical Astrology at a Glance:
Moon in Gemini - Breathe to Keep Calm
The Moon is in Gemini from Monday, March 23, at 4:20 AM EDT to Wednesday, March 25, at 6:34 AM EDT. The moon is in a waxing crescent phase, the first phase after the new moon.
Flowing through Gemini, the Moon’s energy is stimulating to the mind, quickening, raises alertness, increases dexterity, playful, curious, and flexible. It is warm at times, and cool at times, changeable, and dryer than normal. This energy can be erratic and very changeable, making steadiness and stability hard to find mentally and physically. It can be awakening and increases speed, which can be used positively.
Celestial energy is pulled to Gemini body parts including the upper lungs, pulmonary pleura, capillaries, shoulders, arms, hands, afferent nerves, bronchial tubes, and speech faculty. Swelling and fluidic pressure are more likely in these body parts. Avoid surgery to all of these regions. This week in Medical Astrology the Moon can have an enlivening effect on these body parts and be used to strengthen or build them up. This Moon can bring nervousness and anxiety, difficulty breathing or asthma symptoms increased, pneumonia, weakened pulmonary function, fluid in the lungs, poor capillary function and reduced oxygenation, neuritis, extreme responses to chemical drugs, and/or nervous digestion.
This Moon can bring on insomnia, usually through nervous mental over activity or over stimulated nervous system. Breathing can help as Gemini rules the inspiration of breath. Reduce exposure to electromagnetic radiation at this time (i.e., put your phone on airplane at night, turn off your Wi-Fi at night, keep you phone away from your body, reduce use of electronics two hours before bed time, etc.). Support the nerves with gentle nervines like lemon balm, chamomile, and milky oat tops. Slow down and sit down; use grounding practices for the mind and body (e.g., yoga, qi gong, gardening). Keep your hands busy.
Moon in Cancer - Let the Feelings Feel
The Moon is in Cancer from Wednesday, March 25, at 6:35 AM EDT to Friday, March 27, at 10:11 AM EDT. The Moon phase starts in Cancer in a First Quarter phase and is in the Waxing Gibbous phase on Thursday and Friday.
Flowing through Cancer, the Moon’s energy is nurturing, nourishing, emotionally charging, softening, comforting to those in need, and inward turning. It is cooling and moistening. This energy can increase fluids in the body, produce mucus, swell and bloat body parts, and grow things. There is increased fertility. There is higher sensitivity to sounds and images.
Celestial energy is pulled to Cancer body parts including the breasts, uterus, stomach, spleen, sternum, ribs, elbow, arm pit, lower lungs, gums, thoracic duct, posterior pituitary gland, meninges of the brain, fluid in the brain, the emotional body, and the hypothalamus. Swelling and fluidic pressure are more likely in these body parts. Avoid surgery to all of these regions. This Moon can have a sensitizing effect on these body parts and be used to strengthen or build them up. This Moon can bring emotional reactions, sensitive breasts, allergies, edema, fluidic pressure in the uterus, headaches from shifts in fluid in the brain or meninges, seasonal illnesses can be caught more easily. Stomach is emotionally responsive and also can be prone to being upset. Watch for water retention. Brain chemistry can
This Moon can bring on emotional strain, increasing whatever emotions you are prone to experience.
You can take time to process, if you have it, and try to avoid undue stress. Give yourself space and empathy. You can nurse, nurture and care for other beings; this can help your own emotions. Because female hormones can be more changeable under this Moon, for women, depending on the part of the cycle you are in, give yourself space. If you know you tend to be high or low on estrogen or progesterone, take herbs to balance in advance of this Moon.
Planet Conjunction:
The Moon is Conjunct Jupiter in Cancer from March 26, at 3:45 AM to 1:15PM
Here, your emotions are stronger and more labile. Jupiter causes things to expand, and here in Cancer, the Moon can lead to emotions being more present and feeling bigger. There is a higher chance of bloating and gas buildup in the stomach. Breasts can swell and have a tendency to growths expanding. Liver tends to be more active in releasing fluids. This is a very fertile time! If you have high blood pressure, this can increase it. Hormonal swings can occur. Moon is changeable, so Jupiter ruled body actions are prone to swings including blood pressure, liver function, pituitary output, and arterial blood flow.
Moon in Leo - Care for the Physical & Emotional Heart
The Moon is in Leo from Friday, March 27, at 10:12 AM EDT to Sunday, March 29, at 4:34 PM EDT. The Moon is in a Waxing Gibbous phase. This moon phase lasts roughly 7 days with the Moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon.
This is an excellent time for self-expression and management. Leo’s fixed Fire energy loves performing, leading, having fun, and being seen. The energy is exciting, pleasurable, and theatrical. This Moon is great for sports, artistic performances, musical events, and dancing. Whether you attend or participate, this is a wonderful time to engage your creative and self-expressive abilities.
Think about what brings you joy and try to indulge in those activities under this Moon—do something entertaining! However, be cautious, as this Moon can encourage spending, so keep an eye on your budget. Spending time with children can be particularly rewarding during this time.
If you manage or lead projects, take charge during this Moon transit. It’s also a good time to look into stocks, markets, and finances; this Moon is favorable for financial advisors. However, it’s a gambler’s Moon, so be mindful of your risks. Watch for market reactions to the eclipse degree on Tuesday, March 2, when the Moon opposes Mars and triggers the 28th degree of the Leo/Aquarius axis. This can be a fun time, especially since it falls on a weekend!